One of the best parks that I have been to in a while. Fairly clean, fairly populated, and fairly…read moreokay overall. Came here after driving awhile in the early morning to relax. I can imagine how nice it would be to have a picnic here in the summer. The winter sit was nice though. There's a tot area. There's a court. The bathroom wasn't open. I wish there was more to do though. I have seen parks with much more to offer seating wise, playground wise, and more. 4/5

Tennis courts, large green space (grass), play structure and much more. A very good park…read more I like this park very much. Its not a 5 star exclusive type of thing - but its very clean and lawn quality is up to my standards. There is some new concrete work and some artistic concrete benches. Also they boast 'movies in the park' - had to steal that word 'boast' from all the realtors in the world. They are always boasting this and that. Boasting granite, boasting eat in kitchen, boasting big yard... do realtors not have any other vocabulary other than 'boasting?' Signs indicate new bathrooms soon to come. I like how the city of Berkeley chooses to put so much effort into this little park.

There's truly something for every age group at this park…read more A nice playground for the kids, basketball, volleyball, and tennis courts for adults and teens, and if you walk to the grassy area next to hidden cafe there's so many adults and families enjoying the outdoors picnicking. Great spot for casual hangs.

A very nice, somewhat hidden park in Berkeley…read more It seemed small at first glance, but as you keep walking, you go past the grassy area where people congregate to Strawberry Creek and some small bridges, to a playground, to basketball and tennis courts. I would describe it as long, and much easier to find on foot than in a car, that's how I found it at least. A good find in Berkeley!!

This park is just really cool. On afternoons and weekends it's usually packed full of people. It…read morecan be hard at times to find a parking spot but shouldn't be too difficult to park on a side street if needed. There are several parts to this park. One is a flat area with a play scape and a cement slide. There's actually a tunnel nearby that goes under the road and crosses over to the rose garden, which is really cool. The cement slide is a must see for anyone with kids and even if you're an adventurous adult. There are plenty of cardboard boxes around for you to try it out. When I first heard about the cement slide, I didn't think it would be very fun, (cement and sliding didn't go together in my mind) but it is great! Then just a little bit south, above that play scape area, there's a baseball field. So many different people come here to meet. Some people for picnics, some people play soccer, some people play softball, some people bring their dogs. And then inside the woods behind the park, there are a picnic benches. I have a friend who had her wedding reception there. You can reserve them with the city. And then behind the picnic area, there's a hike and if you're very adventurous, there is a waterfall hidden, but it's not easy to find if you don't know about it. I highly recommend this park. During the winter, the baseball field is blocked off with Fence to protect the grass but other parts of the park are accessible.

Nice park, good playground for toddlers, and for babies, nice large grassy area, sort of a mini…read morehike to walk around, some barbecue / camping table spots, right next to the rose garden, bathrooms.

Cesar Chavez Park is one of my favorite parks to go to in the entire Bay Area during the summer…read more It sits on the water, so we can get very windy here. That's why I prefer to go in the summer when the days are warm. The wind cools you down nicely. The average temperature here at Cesar Chavez Park is probably about 10° cooler than the temperature in Berkeley proper during the summer, because here you get the onshore wind right off the ocean. Kites are extremely popular at this park. Bring your own, and sometimes there is a person selling them for exorbitant prices. To walk the circumference of the park takes about 45 minutes.

Such a calming and vast green space by the marina. Perfect for walks, kite-flying, or just sitting…read moredown and meditating with a loved one.

Hosted my son's first birthday party here, I definitely recommend making a reservation, the park…read morewas packed and busy with parties and other events and activities on a Saturday in early October. It was a great time and we will be booking this location for more family hosted events

What a cool spot this park is. Of course as always Berkeley has the best parks :)…read more We came on a school day off Monday before 5pm. Our daughters loved it. Ample opportunities for endless play. Gigantic slide and climbing structure is for sure the highlight among big kids! Plenty of swings, big seesaw, little sand area for smaller kids and much more! Lots of greenery and shaded spots as well. Spotted tennis area too. What a cool place. Luckily ample parking as well nearby :)

This park is absolutely delightful. It sits in the city of Piedmont, which is a bit of unusual city…read moregeographically because it is completely encapsulated by Oakland. It's somewhat of an oasis in Oakland. And this park is an oasis within that. The park isn't huge, but it does the job. Love the trails, great with the dog, and every once in a while, they'll have the food trucks. Parking nearby is easy.

We spent a crisp morning walking throughout the variety of trails in Piedmont Park. There's a dog…read morerun, play structure, plenty of bench seating, and many shady areas to explore. The safety railings and paved walkways with extra grooves to prevent slippage, especially in steeper sections. The trails would also make a great place to run as most of the paving is flat. This is definitely a place for repeat returns.

A nice park near the Berkeley Marina!!…read more Lots of dirt trails, with the fence keeping you from venturing off. I've accessed this park at the corner of Frontage Road and University Avenue and also at Marina Blvd. There are plaques explaining the history of this area in the park. This park is bigger than I think it is, I also don't think I've been on all the trails yet. Definitely gotta check this place out more again!!

Park near Berkeley Marina. Its a park I've driven by probably dozens of times - something…read moreoverlooked. For whatever reason I was never drawn to this place. Its a great place to take a walk near the bay and between that and the highway. Its all fenced off between the marina and the park - witch can make it seem isolated. I like the marina much better than this place. I'd rather walk at the marina near the water.

Found a surprisingly nice little park!…read more It's not very big, but the design is thoughtful, clean, and comfortable There's plenty of shade , so even on sunny days it's not too hot--perfect for a relaxed playtime. Playground features: Slides, climbing structures, and spinning toys--great for kids of different ages There's also a toddler area , so little ones can play safely Special highlight: There's a community-donated free toy area Lots of different toys to play with--kids will feel like they've discovered a new playroom Bonus: There's a small path running through the park Kids can safely ride scooters or bikes--spacious and easy to move around Amenities: Restrooms (big plus!) Benches for parents to relax Heads up: Parking nearby can be a bit difficult, so plan some extra time or go earlier

I've been evaluating playgrounds during this covid time and have gone to at least 3 dozen…read moreplaygrounds in the bay area to determine which ones I'll be bringing my kids to and this is one of them. The perimeter is set nicely. It's not all fence, but the demarcation using walking paths and greenery is successful. Entry off the corner is clear. You know who's coming in and out of the playground which is #1 for safety. Seating areas all around which is another good mark for safety. You want to be able to watch over your kids as they're playing. Architecturally, the place looks pristine from every angle. Well laid out. Shows intention. Someone was doing their homework. Wasn't just slapped together like some places. They definitely had a landscape designer on board when they built this place. Nice touch Emeryville! Although the play structure isn't huge, it's one of the best for kids 5 and older. It has a very good variety. Long tall tunnel slide which kids absolutely love. The view from the top I'm sure is amazing and one of the choices for getting up there is by way of the rock climbing wall. Younger kids may have a hard time finding a place to play though. The area designed for younger kids is more of a art piece than an actual play area. You'll know what I mean when you get there. Ko

If you're looking for an off-leash dog park, look no further! This is hands down our favorite…read moreoff-leash dog park in the Bay Area, we'll gladly drive over an hour just to bring our dogs here. Beautiful scenic views, plenty of green grass, and ample parking make it well worth the trip. There's even a paid self-serve dog wash nearby, which is perfect if your pups decide to take a dip in the water. Highly recommend for dog owners!

I've never heard of any other off-leash dog park that's even comes close to this gem we have at Pt…read more Isabel. Stunning views (Golden Gate Bridge, Mt. Tam, and SF skyline), miles of trails and fields, poop bags and trashes throughout, benches, parking, restrooms, Sit & Stay cafe for drinks/food, Mudpuppy's for baths and dog supplies. You may have the occasional kerfuffle amongst dogs, but most are comfortable off-leash, interacting with other dogs and people. If you want a small fenced area or separation between big and small dogs, this isn't the spot for you. If you enjoy walking while your doggo romps and runs around, or watching other dogs play, this is your dream come true. Now for the caveats: Beware that there are lots of foxtails in the summer. Low tide reveals a silty, bottom-of-the-bay mud that is sticky and very STINKY. Puddles after a rain can also be stinky and silty but they're doing a better job using wood chips to help cover many of them.